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About This Training Center
The TFC Käufer Training Centre in Essen serves as the company's main simulator training facility, housing state-of-the-art Level D full flight simulators for both Boeing 737NG and Airbus A320 aircraft. This modern training center provides a professional environment for airline pilots and instructor candidates to complete their certification and recurrent training requirements.
The Essen facility offers a comprehensive range of training programs including initial type ratings for both aircraft types, recurrent training, pilot proficiency checks (PPC), and operator proficiency checks (OPC). Advanced training capabilities include line-oriented flight training (LOFT), upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT), multi-crew cooperation (MCC) courses, differences training, and CAT II/III approach training. The center's Level D simulators provide the highest level of fidelity, meeting international standards for zero flight time type rating courses.
Located in North Rhine-Westphalia, the training center benefits from its strategic position in Germany's industrial heartland, making it easily accessible for pilots throughout Europe. The facility emphasizes safety and quality, with experienced instructors and modern equipment supporting TFC's reputation for professional pilot development and training excellence.
Getting Here
The nearest major airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). Pilots travelling for training can fly into this airport for convenient access to the training facility.
About TFC Käufer
TFC Käufer (TFC Flight Training) is a German aviation training organization specializing in professional airline pilot training and instructor development. Operating as a family business for over 30 years, TFC has established itself as a recognized company in the aviation industry, focusing on delivering high-quality pilot education and training programs.
The company offers comprehensive pilot training from initial airline transport pilot license (ATPL) programs to advanced multi-crew pilot license (MPL) training. TFC operates Level D full flight simulators for Boeing 737NG and Airbus A320 aircraft, providing realistic training environments for type rating courses, recurrent training, and proficiency checks. Their training portfolio includes initial type ratings, pilot proficiency checks (PPC), operator proficiency checks (OPC), line-oriented flight training (LOFT), upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT), and multi-crew cooperation (MCC) training.
TFC differentiates itself through its modern aircraft and simulator fleet, experienced instructors, and partnerships with renowned airlines and educational institutions. The organization also offers aviation management degree programs, combining pilot training with academic qualifications. With their own continuing airworthiness management organization (CAMO), TFC maintains high standards of aircraft maintenance and operational safety, reinforcing their commitment to safety-first training principles.